Canon R6 vs Sony A7R IV

Lets look much closer at the Canon R6 vs Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the R6 (20MP) and A7R IV (61MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R6 was announced 12 months after the A7R IV so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the R6 matches up vs the A7R IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R6 and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are available at Canon R6 Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon R6 provides outside measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the R6 vs the A7R IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the R6 and A7R IV is 61 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and A7R IV.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A7R IV to provide more detail with its extra 41MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher R6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.